Chelsea could end up playing a season at Wembley Stadium if they go ahead and redevelop Stamford Bridge.

Wembley Stadium Credit: PA

Chelsea are keen to expand their current capacity from 41,623 to 60,000 in an attempt to compete with rivals Arsenal and Manchester United who attract weekly attendances of 60,000 and 75,000 at the Emirates Stadium and Old Trafford.

Stamford Bridge Credit: PA

Chelsea have already sounded out the Rugby Football Union over a temporary move to Twickenham Stadium. But that could be met with opposition from people living nearby.

There are few other alternatives which means the club may have to consider Wembley. Currently the number of events at the stadium is limited by the council to 37 a year because of issues with noise, parking and policing. Chelsea would need to change that, which could require a public consultation.

Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has signed a new five-year contract, the club confirms.

Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois Credit: PA

I'm very happy with this new deal, it's really nice to have signed this new contract for five years.
My future was already sorted but it's nice to know I'm going to be here for another five years and now I can just concentrate on playing games.

– Thibaut Courtois

The news brings into doubt Cech's future at Stamford Bridge, with manager Jose Mourinho preferring Courtois at the start of the campaign. The 32-year-old Czech Republic goalkeeper has faced unfamiliar circumstances this season, beginning the season on the substitutes' bench.